- Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral procession takes place July 30 in Birmingham.
- The cortege travels Broad Street at 1 PM BST with a brass band performance.
- Fans can watch a livestream of the Black Sabbath bench tribute.
- A book of condolences is available at Birmingham Museum.
The world mourns the loss of Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary “Prince of Darkness,” who passed away on July 22, 2025, at 76.
His funeral plans have now been confirmed, with a public procession in his hometown of Birmingham, allowing fans to honor the metal icon one last time.
A Fitting Farewell for a Heavy Metal Legend
Ozzy’s funeral cortege will travel through Broad Street on July 30 at 1 PM BST, pausing at the Black Sabbath Bench and Bridge, a site now covered in floral tributes and handwritten notes from grieving fans.
A local brass band, Bostin’ Brass, will accompany the procession, adding a musical tribute to the man who defined a genre.
Lord Mayor Zafar Iqbal called Ozzy
“more than a music legend, he was a son of Birmingham”.
The family-funded event ensures a dignified yet celebratory send-off, true to Ozzy’s wish for “no mope-fest”.
How Fans Can Participate
For those unable to attend, a livestream of the Black Sabbath bench will be available, allowing global fans to witness the tribute.
Road closures begin at 7 AM, with officials urging early arrival due to expected crowds.
A book of condolences remains open at Birmingham Museum, alongside the “Working Class Hero” exhibition opened by Sharon Osbourne in June.
Ozzy’s Legacy: A Celebration, Not a Goodbye
His final performance at Villa Park in early July, reuniting Black Sabbath’s original lineup, now stands as a poignant farewell.
True to his irreverent spirit, Ozzy once joked about funeral pranks, like “knocking sounds from the coffin”.
Yet his impact is no joke, tributes pour in worldwide, from Mexico to Greece, calling him “the king of metal”.
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Last Updated on July 29, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
